Authorities revealed on Friday, January 24, 2026, that Sharon Maccanico, a 15-year-old student at Pakūranga College in East Auckland, was one of the six individuals that passed away in the landslides on Mount Maunganui.
The Victims are Identified as:
• Lisa Anne Maclennan, 50, from Morrinsville
• Måns Loke Bernhardsson, 20, from Sweden
• Jacqualine Suzanne Wheeler, 71, from Rotorua
• Susan Doreen Knowles, 71, from Ngongotaha
• Sharon Maccanico, 15, from Auckland
• Max Furse-Kee, 15, from Auckland
The college has communicated with the impacted family to offer their sincere condolences.
Sharon Maccanico is from Avellino, Italy, according to an Italian media outlet. She was adored by many and would be sorely missed.
The news has had a profound effect on many college employees, who are trying to help staff and students in the upcoming days and weeks.
Heartbreak has eclipsed the anticipation of a new school year. It will be challenging to start the year in these conditions, but please know that there is support available; the school and its staff will be available for any student who needs assistance during this time.
This afternoon, parents received an email with guidance and details on how to help their child or children deal with this upsetting experience.
This afternoon, parents received an email with guidance and details on how to help their child or children deal with this upsetting experience.
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